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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Smith. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Greenwood man pleaded not guilty in Fort Smith to a rape charge that allegedly involves the sexual assault of a young female relative. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A Van Buren teenager was booked into jail as an adult on his 18th birthday Thursday—three days after a psychologist found him not fit to stand trial for charges stemming from an October robbery spree—and two others are set for a joint trial. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music icon Sammy Kershaw will perform a free show at 9 p.m. June 27 on the Lee Creek Tavern stage at Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland, and the event is open to those 21 and older. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-one new officers graduated from the 33rd Fort Smith Basic Police Academy on Friday and will join several River Valley departments. Family, friends and law enforcement commanders watched as the graduates began their duties. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Fort Smith Board of Directors will begin reviewing the list of city-owned properties tomorrow to decide which parcels may be put up for sale—officials aim to identify the best options for future city sales. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Smith Marshals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 3—1 win over Abilene on Sunday evening in Abilene, Texas. Kaden Murray earned the win in 7 2/3 innings and the team will host the Joplin Outlaws Tuesday at 7:05 p.m. River Valley Democrat-Gazette
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Summer Smash Music Festival
5:30-11:59 p.m. — Majestic Fort Smith — Cost info not specified — Celebrate REHAB's 25th Anniversary with live music across genres hosted by Peter Dante.
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The Hangout Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament
Jun 20-22 — The Hangout Fitness and Sports — Registration required — A competitive weekend for pickleball enthusiasts in Fort Smith.
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Monster Truck Insanity Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Harper Stadium — Ticket info available — Experience the thrill of monster trucks tearing up the arena.
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On-Site Tour of Cornerstone Caregiving
9 AM - 7 PM — Cornerstone Caregiving — Free entry — Explore senior living excellence with gourmet meals and award-winning care.
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Central Mall Card Show
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Jun 26) & 12 - 5 p.m. (Jun 27-29) — Central Mall — Free entry — Discover collectible cards and sports memorabilia at this exciting showcase.
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Arkansas Junior Amateur Championship
June 30th - July 2nd — Hardscrabble Golf Course — Entry required ASGA membership — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play championship for junior golfers aged 12-18.
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